The Association between Adolescents' Exposure to Violent Content and Bullying Behaviour

Exploring the impact of media violence on adolescent behaviour

Abstract

This paper explores the impact of adolescents' exposure to violent content on their online and offline bullying behaviour. Against the backdrop of the proliferation of new media information, uncensored negative information is prone to have an adverse effect on adolescents, changing them from passive receivers to active seekers. The article analyses the current situation of school bullying and cyberbullying, pointing out the different manifestations of gender, age and social-economic status in bullying behaviour. Through specific cases, it reveals the seriousness of school bullying and the law's provisions on the responsibility of minors for offences. Meanwhile, the article also discusses the influence of family factors and social media on adolescents' mental health, as well as the hidden and harmful nature of cyberbullying. Finally, the article calls for strengthening the review of online information, improving the living environment of adolescents, and improving the supervision and intervention of bullying behaviour in schools in order to promote the healthy growth of adolescents.